Addiction: It’s Not a Crime, It’s a Chronic Disease
We’ve all read the headlines.
Drugs reportedly found strapped under woman’s vehicle
Vehicle search uncovers pot, coke, heroin, and meth
Jail inmate dies of suspected overdose
Inmate dies of dehydration in holding cell while detoxing...
DISCRIMINATION-MANAGING THESE TURBULENT TIMES
In the wake of George Floyd, I respectfully compose this article. The intent of my article is not to debate or facilitate hate or discrimination. I write this article from a...
POST-ACUTE WITHDRAWAL AND THE FAMILY
If there’s one thing I wish I knew when I was first getting sober, and when my son was getting clean and sober, it’s the information I’m about to share with...
The Pandemic’s Effect on the Family
The Pandemics effect on the family has called upon the parents to perform many new tasks. They are no longer merely their child’s primary caregiver, but they are now serving as...
The Road to Resilience Luncheon
The Road to Resilience luncheon held on March 12 at the Wycliffe Country Club, which I co-chaired along with Diane and Bob Herzog, was a huge success. We had over 250...
COPING WITH PANIC
Most individuals have experienced panic at some point in their lives. Experiencing a feeling of panic can be very scary, especially at times like these, with the COVID-19 pandemic on every...
OVERCOMING ADDICTION FOR THOSE ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM
Serving others produce a chemical reaction in your body that makes you feel a natural high and better about yourself.
Recent research studies have shown that people with autism who drink or...
SPIRITUAL CONFUSION: A ROADBLOCK TO RECOVERY
Spirituality is considered to be a critical component to achieving a successful recovery. In fact, it’s the cornerstone of most 12-Step programs. It’s also a concept that’s frequently misunderstood, which can...
THOSE WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSE NEED EXTRA SUPPORT DURING SOCIAL DISTANCING
According to the American Psychological Association (APA), within the past five years, “27 million Americans reported dependence or misuse of illicit or prescription drugs.” As the nation is called upon to...
Seven Reasons Addiction and Trauma Are Related – A Strong Relationship
The field of addiction is becoming more and more aware of the connection between addiction and trauma. This relationship is a vital one. Research has proven this. Studies have shown that...
